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Inspiring the vision for Social Change

Amrita School of Arts and Sciences- Kochi welcomes you to ISMER 2022 – International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Inspiring the vision for Social Change. The symposium is organized by Centre for Innovative Design and Media Applied Research (CIDMAR) under the Department of Visual Media and Communication, from April 21 – 23, 2022.

An adage goes – ‘Necessity is the mother of all inventions, and Media is one among such innovations that changed the way we communicate. From when the early men painted walls with pictures to share to publishing the first newspaper in the 17th century, a lot has changed. As people began to read and write, the influence of traditional media increased manifolds. Print media dominated the space, but with the advent of the internet in 1965, media underwent Digitalization. Information is now exchanged in seconds, and media expanded its reach to the world’s remotest corners. From being accused of manipulating the views and ideas of the masses to uniting people for a common cause – Media has not just influenced our lives but has become a catalyst to inspire change in our society.

This year’s theme of ISMER 2022 is ‘Media Education & Research: Inspiring the vision for Social Change’. The three-day hybrid cultural event will bring together renowned global media and communication experts and researchers, academicians, business leaders, subject matter experts, and industry partners on a single platform. The symposium will feature expert talks, paper presentations, and round table discussions, focusing on Suggestions, recommendations, and policy decisions on the theme. 17 globally acclaimed Speakers will elaborate on their industry experience, and current trends making media an influencing factor. The event will provide an excellent opportunity for students, academic researchers, and academicians to understand industry trends ,challenges and solutions. They will also understand their role in making media a social change instigator. Participants and presenters will be provided with e-certificates. Publication guidance and placement talks will be conducted as part of the event.

About Department

The uncompromising adherence to quality of education and the deep commitment to human values in every activity, differentiates Amrita institutions from the rest. The department of visual media and communication, an emerging global hub of advanced media research , works in line with the above guiding principles. The Department of Visual Media and Communication at Amrita School of Arts and Sciences was incepted in the year 2000 to propagate seeds of transformation in our society. The department offers next-generation value-based media education and special training in Mass Communication and Journalism, Applied art and advertising, Photography, Public Relations, Media Literacy, Ethics, Animation, Film Studies, Media & Cultural Studies. The department offers Doctoral programs at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, designed to equip media researchers with research skills and in-depth practical knowledge in their field of research

About Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Established under the guidance of Sri Mata Amritanandamayi, a renowned humanitarian leader and spiritual leader, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is one of the top-ranked universities in India. With seven campuses in three states of India – Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka, the multi-disciplinary research academia is accredited ‘A++’ by NAAC. It is reckoned as one of the best research institutes in the country. The institute follows the core values of Amma and envisions providing education for life, emphasizing compassion-driven research. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham offers 150+ degree programs in U.G., P.G., and Doctoral levels. The institute has over 18,000 students and 1,750 faculty members, 600 PhD/D.M. holders. To propagate research-based education through student exchanges and cross-continental research projects, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has established international collaborative initiatives with over 75 world-leading institutions in the U.S., Europe, Australia, and Japan.

Themes & Sub Themes

 
Apart from the main theme, contributions are also invited in the following sub-themes and tracks

  • ICT in Education
  • Journalism
  • Digital Literacy
  • Challenges in Digitalization
  • Customer Experience
  • Digital Media
  • Digital Economy & the Informal Sector
  • Online Advertisement
  • Online Marketing
  • New Media Studies & Risks
  • Immersive Journalism
  • Cyber-Crime & Privacy
  • Media Literacy
  • Media & Sexism
  • App Development & Social Responsibility
  • IOT
  • Indulging changes in film & advertisements
  • Film Theory & Criticism
  • Film & Tourism
  • Feminism
  • Sports and Media
  • Cultural Diplomacy & Regional Studies
  • International Relations
  • Cross Culture Studies
  • Wildlife and nature Communication
  • Advertisements & PR
  • Media Marketing Strategies
  • Web Designing
  • Mass Media & Lifestyle Differentiation
  • Media Literacy & Linguistics
  • Food & Culture
  • Health Communication
  • Environmental Communication
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Crisis Communication
  • Political Communication
  • Agriculture and Journalism
  • Social media
  • Gender Studies
  • Audience Behavioral Studies
  • Environmental Governance & Media
  • Sustainable Development
  • Media as Forth Estate
  • Media & Environmental Issues
  • Media & Education
  • Rural Development & Community Radio
  • Globalization Studies
  • Arts as Cultural Diplomacy
  • Migration Studies
  • Development Communication

Manuscript Format

  • Style: APA Style Sixth Edition
  • Font & Other Specification: Times New Roman, Heading 14(Bold), Sub Heading 12(Bold), 12 font size for the rest of the text, 2 Spacing, Margins 1.5 ‘Left Side 1’ on the top, right and bottom side, with  maximum 4 key words.

Journal for Publication

Participants who are willing to publish their paper in SCOPUS/ UGC CARE listed Journal MUST PAY an EXTRA

Important Dates

 

  • Abstract Deadline: March 15, 2022
  • Acceptance Confirmation: March 20, 2022
  • Registration Deadline:  March 25, 2022
  • Full Paper Submission: April 05, 2022

Experts

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Dr. Shakila T. Shamsu

Formerly Officer on Special Duty (NEP)
Dept. of Higher Education Ministry of Education,
Government of India

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change

Professor,
Communication and Digital Platforms & Strategies,
Mudra Institute of Communications,
Ahmedabad (MICA)

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Prof. (Dr.) Anubhuti Yadav

Head Department of New Media and Information Technology
Course Director,
Advertising and Public Relations

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Dr. Uma Shankar Pandey

Associate Professor and Head,
Department of Journalism and Mass Communication,
Surendranath College for Women, Kolkata

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Dr. Kanchan K. Malik

Professor,
UNESCO Chair on Community Media,
Department of Communication,
University of Hyderabad

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Prof. (Dr.) Sanjeev Bhanawat

Former Head, Centre for Mass Communication,
University of Rajasthan.

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Dr. Tanu Dang

Assistant Professor
Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University,
Lucknow

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Dr. Tony Reeves, PhD

MD at Ding Learning,
Creative Learning Specialist
University of Lancaster,
London, England, United Kingdom

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Dr. Fedaa Mohamed

Assistant Professor of Journalism,
Faculty of Mass Communication,
Ahram Canadian University,
Egypt

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Dr. George Latif Sedhom

Assistant Professor of Digital Media
International Academy for Engineering & Media Science
Egypt

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Dr. Anushka Kulkarni

Assistant Professor,
Welingkar Institute of Management – WE School University of Mumbai,
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Dr. Tasha Singh

Associate Professor of Communication Research,
Galgotias University,
Greater Noida, India

Organisers

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Dr. U. Krishnakumar

Patron
Director & Dean

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Dr. S. Dinesh Babu

Convener
Asst. Professor (Sr.Gr) and Head

Organising Team

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Dr. Harikrishnan D.

Assistant Professor

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Dr. Karthika C.

Assistant Professor

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Sanju R.

Assistant Professor

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Varun Prabha T.

Assistant Professor

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Rekha K. P.

Assistant Professor

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Vinod L.

Assistant Professor

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Krishnakumar M. A.

Assistant Professor

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Aparna Namboodiri

Faculty Associate

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Vinod N. K.

Faculty Associate

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Aravind P. R.

Faculty Associate

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Lakshmy Ravindran

Research Scholars

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Sneha K. M.

Research Scholars

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Midhila M. S.

Research Scholars

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Shwetha A. Kumar

Research Scholars

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Shola Lohith

Research Scholars

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
Karthika C. K.

Research Scholars

International Symposium on Media Education & Research: Framing Future for Social Change
K. Anaswara Krishna

Research Scholars

Contact Us

Centre for Innovative Design and Media Applied Research (CIDMAR)
Department of Visual Media and Communication,
Brahmasthanam, Edappally North P.O.
Kochi – 682 024, Kerala
Contact: +91 484 280 2899
Contact: +91 6380757547
Email: mediasymposium2022@asas.kh.amrita.edu
Web: https://www.amrita.edu

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